Ephedranthus pisocarpus

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Ephedranthus pisocarpus, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Magnoliales. Finally, it is classified under the family Annonaceae and the genus Ephedranthus.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is found within a specific regional territory. Its primary distribution is located in the country of Brazil. Specifically, it is situated within the Northeast region of the nation. This localized presence defines its current geographical range. Consequently, the species is characteristic of the environmental conditions found in Brazil Northeast.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Ephedranthus pisocarpus is characterized by its presence within specific biomes of the Brazilian landscape, primarily occurring in the Cerrado (latu sensu) and within Terra Firme forests. In the Cerrado, the species adapts to the seasonal variations in moisture and the complex soil compositions typical of this tropical savanna, often navigating high solar radiation and periodic dry spells. Within the Terra Firme forest environments, it occupies stable, non-flooded terrestrial zones, where the ecosystem provides a distinct structural complexity compared to the open savanna. This distribution suggests a specialized niche that allows the plant to thrive in both the more open, sclerophyllous vegetation of the Cerrado and the more shaded, nutrient-cycling environments of the upland tropical forests.

Habitat :

Cerrado (lato sensu), Floresta de Terra Firme

Morphology

The morphology of Ephedrahtus pisocarpous is characterized by a robust growth form, primarily manifesting as a woody tree. It is categorized as a terrestrial species, functioning as an independent organism rather than a parasite or an epiphyte. The plant does not exhibit climbing habits, such as being a liana or a vine, but instead remains entirely self-supporting in its structure. This woody plant can reach a significant maximum height of up to 20 meters, establishing a stable and substantial presence within its natural habitat.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

20 m

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Ephedranthus pisocarpus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Spathulenol.

Spathulenol

1. Anticancer research

Conditions

Ephedranthus pisocarpus has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include melanoma.

Melanoma

1. Anticancer research